Crossing off a few of your college application to-do’s this summer will help you stay in control of the college admissions process. Here’s the summer application checklist for rising seniors.
Familiarize yourself with the Common App over the next few months so you are ready to get started when it goes live August 1.
Don’t rely on the campus tour guide to be the only voice you listen to when you visit a college or university. There’s so much more to hear!
This is the first in a series of tips to help you plan your campus visits.
High school juniors: As you put together your 12th grade class schedule, please keep in mind that colleges want to see you continue to challenge yourself with appropriate course rigor.
Follow this grade-by-grade college admissions guide for high school to keep you on track to get accepted to the college of your dreams.
College admission tips for 9th grade: High school freshman should focus on grades and extracurriculars to set themselves up for success down the road.
College admissions advice for 10th grade: Here is where to focus entering in your sophomore year to maximize your chances at selective universities.
Now is the time to ramp up college admission planning for juniors. This is your to-do list as you start your second semester of 11th grade.
What do college admissions officers look for in an essay? It’s a difficult question, because every essay is different–and every applicant is different. However, Great College Advice’s Sarah Farbman offers tips on what your college essay should contain.
In this post, Great College Advice provides insight in how to best address the personal growth Common App essay prompt.
How do your beliefs and ideas shape who you are as a person? The Common App essay prompt #3 focuses on how those beliefs or ideas being challenged can reveal a lot about you. Here are some ideas to help you write a reflective essay about a belief or idea.
